How you’d get it
How you’d get this certificate
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- You register with an approved centre. That is a college, training provider or employer OCN London has approved to offer this qualification. Zavmo is not an approved centre, so you register with them, not with us.
- The centre assesses, and OCN London awards. A qualified assessor at the centre judges your evidence, and the certificate comes from OCN London.
01What it is
The OCNLR Entry Level Certificate in Skills for Vocational Studies (Entry 3) (32 credits) enables learners to develop their learning and employability skills, while exploring one or more vocational area. This makes the qualification ideal for engaging learners who may be undecided on their choice of vocational area, and one of its benefits is that it can be delivered as part of a Study Programme.
These are the units OCN London registers against this qualification. It is a catalogue, not a syllabus. Which of them you take depends on the combination the qualification requires, and that is set by the awarding body rather than by us. Every unit here is regulated. Zavmo teaches towards them on your own work, and work done here is recognised as prior learning under the agreements we hold.
Zavmo is not an awarding body, is not an approved centre, and is not affiliated with OCN London. It does the teaching and the mapping. OCN London sets this qualification and awards it, and a qualified human assessor makes the assessment decision.
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02The units
What each unit actually teaches you to do
Action Planning for Own Development Real unit · OCN London
This unit guides learners in recognising their skills, knowledge, and abilities, matching these with potential career paths. You'll explore learning and development routes and plan their personal development through structured action plans.
What you'll be able to do
- Recognise own skills, knowledge and abilities
- Match own skills, knowledge, abilities and personal requirements with possible career paths
- Know routes available for own learning and development, in relation to possible career paths
- Plan own development
- Action own development
Amenity Horticulture Skills Real unit · OCN London
This unit provides practical skills in amenity horticulture, including ground preparation, planting, turfing, and maintenance of plants and grassed areas. You'll understand soil quality assessment and techniques to ensure healthy amenity environments.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare ground effectively for planting activities.
- Plant various types of plants according to established horticultural practices.
- Prepare and turf an area to a professional standard.
- Maintain amenity planting and grassed areas, ensuring their health and appearance.
Applying Number Skills Real unit · OCN London
You'll learn to recognise, identify, and apply number knowledge involving whole numbers up to 1000. This includes recognising written forms, understanding digit values, recognising number patterns, rounding, and using numbers in practical situations.
What you'll be able to do
- Recognise the written form of whole numbers up to 1000.
- Identify the value of whole numbers up to 1000.
- Recognise number patterns involving whole numbers up to 1000.
- Approximate numbers by rounding.
- Use numbers up to 1000 in practical situations.
Aspects of Citizenship Real unit · OCN London
You'll develop an understanding of citizenship, focusing on individual rights and responsibilities, equal opportunity legislation, and the functions of local and national government. The unit also covers public services available within local communities.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand that individuals have rights and responsibilities
- Understand equal opportunity issues in relation to current legislation
- Understand the main functions of local and national government
- Know public services available in own local community
Assertiveness and Decision Making Skills Real unit · OCN London
This unit develops learners' ability to express needs assertively, make informed decisions, and understand rights and responsibilities within groups. It also covers negotiation skills and recognising the benefits of collabouration.
What you'll be able to do
- Speak up for him/herself in a structured situation, expressing needs and opinions clearly.
- Make decisions and choices in a structured situation, considering different options and their consequences.
- Recognise the rights and responsibilities of self and others in a group situation, promoting fairness and respect.
- Negotiate to achieve a desired outcome, using effective communication and compromise.
- Recognise the benefits of self-assertiveness and self-control in various situations.
Assist in Sports Coaching Real unit · OCN London
This unit covers the preparation and support required when assisting in sports coaching sessions. You'll develop knowledge of session planning, equipment needs, risk assessments, participant behaviour management, and effective communication within a coaching context.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare for assisting in a sports coaching session.
- Understand how to support participants’ behaviour and performance when assisting in coaching sessions.
- Understand the importance of effective communication when assisting in sports coaching.
Assisting the Public Real unit · OCN London
You'll develop knowledge and skills to assist members of the public professionally, understanding the importance of respect, positive first impressions, and handling complaints. They will practise assisting the public and reviewing their own effectiveness.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the importance of establishing and maintaining good relationships with members of the public.
- Effectively assist members of the public with their enquiries and needs.
- Know how public services handle and resolve complaints from members of the public.
- Assist members of the public in a helpful and professional manner and review the effectiveness of own assistance.
Audio and Video Software Real unit · OCN London
This unit equips learners to capture audio and video sequences using hardware and software. You'll edit these sequences to improve quality and present them effectively to an audience.
What you'll be able to do
- Use audio and/or video hardware and software to capture audio and/or video sequences effectively
- Use audio and/or video software tools to edit captured sequences, enhancing their quality and impact
- Play and present audio and/or video sequences to a specified audience, ensuring effective delivery
Basic Cooking Real unit · OCN London
It teaches you to prepare and cook basic food items and simple dishes safely and hygienically. You'll follow recipes and maintain cleanliness while demonstrating safe food handling practices.
What you'll be able to do
- Cook basic food items and dishes safely and hygienically, following simple recipes and instructions.
Basic Food Preparation Real unit · OCN London
You'll learn to prepare food safely and hygienically for cold presentation and cooking. The unit emphasises correct handwashing, food handling, and appropriate storage of prepared items.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare food items appropriately for either cold presentation or cooking, ensuring correct hygiene practices and food safety standards are followed.
Basic Performance Skills Real unit · OCN London
This unit provides learners with foundational knowledge of performance skills, including stage presence, vocal projection, and non-verbal communication. You'll also prepare for and deliver performances, contributing effectively during rehearsals.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about performance skills, including stage presence, vocal projection, and non-verbal communication
- Take a role in preparing for a performance, contributing to rehearsals and understanding their responsibilities
- Perform confidently for an audience, demonstrating the skills learned and engaging with the audience effectively
Brickwork: Introduction to Building a Half Brick Wall Three Courses High Real unit · OCN London
This unit equips learners with the skills to prepare for and build a half brick wall three courses high. You'll select materials, apply correct bricklaying techniques, and maintain a safe, tidy work area throughout the construction process.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare effectively for bricklaying tasks, ensuring all necessary materials, tools, and equipment are readily available and in good working order.
- Build a half brick wall, three courses high, adhering to industry standards and demonstrating correct bricklaying techniques.
- Tidy the work area after completing the bricklaying task, ensuring all tools and materials are stored safely and the area is left clean and free from hazards.
Building a Three Brick Square Hollow Pillar Real unit · OCN London
You'll develop practical skills to safely construct a three brick square hollow pillar to specified dimensions. They will select and use appropriate tools and equipment, apply correct techniques, and maintain equipment used.
What you'll be able to do
- Select and use appropriate equipment safely to build a brick pillar.
- Construct a three brick square hollow pillar to a specified standard.
- Maintain and care for equipment used in building the brick pillar.
Career Planning for the Public Services Real unit · OCN London
You'll gain knowledge of career planning within public services, including required skills, qualities, and entry requirements. The unit also covers application and selection processes, enabling learners to complete an application for a public service role.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about career planning in the public services.
- Know about the skills required for working in public services.
- Know about the qualities required for working in public services.
- Know about the entry requirements for working in public services.
- Know about the application process for public service employment.
- Know about the selection process for public service employment.
- Complete an application for a role in a chosen public service.
Check the Health of an Animal Real unit · OCN London
You'll develop the ability to safely restrain animals and conduct basic health checks. The unit covers recognising signs of good health and following procedures for recording observations to support animal welfare.
What you'll be able to do
- Safely restrain an animal and complete a basic health check, following appropriate procedures.
- Know the key signs of good health in an animal, including physical appearance, behaviour, and vital signs.
Clothing Design Real unit · OCN London
You'll gain knowledge of clothing design, including materials, styles, and the influence of clothing purpose. They will interpret a design brief and create a basic clothing design that meets specified requirements, presenting their work appropriately.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify different aspects of clothing design, including materials, styles and purpose
- Follow a design brief to create a simple clothing design
College Induction Real unit · OCN London
This unit introduces learners to the college environment, including key facilities and staff roles. You'll understand their responsibilities, differences from previous education settings, and relevant health and safety procedures.
What you'll be able to do
- Locate key facilities within the college or learning environment.
- Identify key members of staff and understand their respective roles.
- Identify and explain the reasons for attending college.
- Understand and adhere to own responsibilities while at college.
- Understand the key differences between college and a previous educational establishment.
- Identify and follow relevant Health and Safety procedures within the college environment.
Computer Basics Real unit · OCN London
This unit introduces learners to the fundamental components of computer systems, including hardware parts, terminology, performance features, and operating systems. You'll develop the ability to identify computer components, describe their functions, and explain how they interact to operate effectively.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the different parts of a computer, identifying their functions and relationships.
- Know computer terminology, defining key terms related to hardware and software.
- Know about computer performance and features, understanding how they impact system capabilities.
- Know about computer operating systems, identifying common operating systems and their basic functions.
Computer Security and Privacy Real unit · OCN London
You'll gain an understanding of computer security and privacy principles, including common threats and data protection. They will learn methods to secure information, protect against online threats, and maintain computer security.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the basic principles of computer security and privacy, including common threats and vulnerabilities.
- Keep personal and sensitive information secure on computers and online.
- Protect self and family from online security threats such as phishing, malware, and scams.
- Keep a computer secure by using passwords, firewalls, and anti-virus software.
Core Skills For Art And Craft Real unit · OCN London
You'll develop core skills for art and craft, including adherence to health, safety and hygiene guidelines. The unit covers planning, organisation, understanding of equipment and materials, design elements, and the ability to produce and explain creative work.
What you'll be able to do
- Follow health, safety and hygiene guidelines at all times
- Demonstrate an awareness of planning skills
- Demonstrate an awareness of organisational skills
- Understand the difference between craft equipment and materials
- Understand design elements
- Produce an art or craft piece of work
- Explain their work to others
Critical Thinking Real unit · OCN London
You'll develop critical thinking skills by understanding its importance in problem-solving and decision-making. The unit covers recognising assumptions, bias, and stereotyping, analysing argument structure and style, and forming and questioning arguments.
What you'll be able to do
- Explain the nature and importance of critical thinking in various situations.
- Recognise and explain the nature of assumption, bias and stereotyping in information and arguments.
- Describe how structure and style impact on the effectiveness of an argument.
- Formulate a coherent and well-supported argument on a given topic.
- Ask critical questions to analyse information and evaluate arguments.
Cutting and Hanging Wall Coverings Real unit · OCN London
You'll learn to select suitable tools and equipment for cutting and hanging wall coverings. The unit covers accurate cutting and hanging techniques for wallpaper on flat, vertical walls, alongside maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
What you'll be able to do
- Select the appropriate equipment and tools required for cutting and hanging wall coverings, based on the type of wall covering and the specific task.
- Cut and hang wallpaper accurately and neatly to a flat, vertical wall, ensuring a professional finish with minimal waste.
- Maintain a clean and tidy work area throughout the wall covering process, disposing of waste materials responsibly and ensuring a safe working environment.
Data Handling: Extracting And Interpreting Data Real unit · OCN London
You'll learn to extract and interpret data from various sources, including bar charts and pictograms. The unit focuses on identifying relevant information, recognising trends, and drawing simple conclusions based on numerical data.
What you'll be able to do
- Extract relevant information from given data sets.
- Interpret extracted information to draw meaningful conclusions.
- Make numerical comparisons from information presented in bar charts.
- Make numerical comparisons from information presented in pictograms.
Data Handling: Recording And Representing Data Real unit · OCN London
This unit develops learners' skills in recording numerical data accurately from observations and organising information effectively. You'll present data using tables, charts, and graphs, understanding the purpose of different representation methods.
What you'll be able to do
- Observe and record numerical information accurately.
- Organise and represent information in a clear and understandable format.
Database Software Real unit · OCN London
You'll develop the ability to enter, edit, and organise structured data within a database using software tools. They will also learn to produce reports based on specific criteria to manage information effectively.
What you'll be able to do
- Enter structured information accurately into a database
- Edit structured information within a database effectively
- Organise structured information logically within a database
- Use database software tools to produce reports based on the data
Design and Imaging Software Real unit · OCN London
It teaches you to use design and imaging software to obtain, insert, and manipulate information within designs or images. You'll gain practical skills in using software tools to create and edit basic visual content.
What you'll be able to do
- Obtain information relevant to designs or images from specified sources
- Insert obtained information accurately into designs or images
- Use design and imaging software tools to manipulate drawings or images
- Use design and imaging software tools to edit drawings or images
Desktop Publishing Software Real unit · OCN London
You'll develop skills in using desktop publishing software, including selecting appropriate designs and page layouts. They will input and organise text and graphical elements, applying editing and formatting techniques to produce well-structured publications.
What you'll be able to do
- Use appropriate designs and page layouts for a publication.
- Input text and other information into a publication.
- Use desktop publishing software techniques to edit and format a publication.
Developing And Applying Addition And Subtraction Skills Real unit · OCN London
This unit develops learners' addition and subtraction skills involving whole numbers up to three digits. You'll perform calculations accurately and solve problems requiring a combination of both operations.
What you'll be able to do
- Use addition involving whole numbers with up to three digits to give totals up to 1000
- Use subtraction involving numbers of up to three digits
- Use a combination of addition and subtraction calculations to solve problems
Developing And Applying Fraction Skills Real unit · OCN London
You'll learn to read, write, and understand common fractions, including recognising equivalent forms. The unit covers the representation of fractions as parts of a whole and their use in calculations.
What you'll be able to do
- Read common fractions accurately
- Write common fractions correctly
- Understand the meaning of common fractions
- Recognise equivalent forms of fractions
- Use equivalent forms of fractions in calculations
- Recognise common fractions such as a half, a quarter and a tenth
Developing And Applying Shape And Space Skills Real unit · OCN London
It teaches you to identify and describe properties of common 2D and 3D shapes. You'll apply this knowledge to solve practical problems involving shape recognition and pattern use, employing appropriate mathematical vocabulary.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify the properties of 2D shapes
- Identify the properties of 3D shapes
- Use the properties of 2D shapes to solve practical problems
- Use the properties of 3D shapes to solve practical problems
- Use appropriate vocabulary when describing and using shapes
Developing Confidence Working With Animals Real unit · OCN London
This unit develops learners' confidence in working with animals by teaching health and safety procedures, understanding natural behaviours and habitats, and recognising behaviours in animals and humans. You'll apply this knowledge to care for animals safely.
What you'll be able to do
- Follow relevant Health and Safety rules and procedures when working with animals.
- Understand the natural behaviour and original habitat of a range of domesticated animals and the implications of this knowledge for their care and welfare.
- Recognise a range of behaviours in both animals and humans and understand the underlying reasons for these behaviours.
- Look after a range of animals and themselves, taking into consideration both their feelings and physical needs.
Developing Skills for Gaining Employment Real unit · OCN London
You'll learn to identify employment options, complete application forms, create a basic CV, and understand appropriate interview conduct. They will also learn to locate local job and training opportunities and plan for career development.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify possible employment options, considering personal skills, interests, and local opportunities.
- Complete an application form, providing accurate and relevant information.
- Create a straightforward Curriculum Vitae (CV), highlighting key skills and experience.
- Understand how to conduct self at interview, demonstrating appropriate behaviour and communication skills.
- Locate job and training opportunities in a local area, using various resources and methods.
- Plan for future career development, setting realistic goals and identifying necessary steps.
Developing Skills for Listening to Children Real unit · OCN London
You'll develop active listening skills with children, recognising the importance of responding appropriately. The unit covers acknowledging children's feelings and needs and using open questions to facilitate effective communication.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the value and benefits of listening to children.
- Understand the value and benefits of responding to children.
- Use active listening skills when communicating with children.
- Understand the importance of recognising children’s feelings.
- Understand the importance of acknowledging children’s feelings.
- Understand the importance of recognising children’s needs.
- Understand the importance of acknowledging children’s needs.
- Ask appropriate open questions when listening to children.
Developing Skills for Using and Maintaining Garden Tools Real unit · OCN London
This unit develops learners' knowledge of common garden hand tools, their purposes, and safe usage. You'll demonstrate effective use of these tools for gardening tasks and learn how to maintain them through cleaning, storage, and basic maintenance procedures.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify a range of common hand tools used in gardening
- Use a range of common garden hand tools safely and effectively
- Maintain a range of common garden hand tools in good working order
Developing Skills for a Healthy Lifestyle Real unit · OCN London
You'll explore the importance of personal fitness, exercise, balanced diet, and hygiene in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The unit covers benefits for physical and mental health and the role of exercise in cardiovascular health and weight management.
What you'll be able to do
- Explain why personal fitness is important for good health
- Recognise the role that exercise plays in maintaining a healthy lifestyle
- Explain the importance of a balanced diet in promoting personal good health
- Explain the importance of personal hygiene and good grooming in relation to living healthily
- Understand the basic issues of sex education and contraception in the context of sexual health
- Take responsibility for own health and lifestyle through action planning for the future
Diversity in Society Real unit · OCN London
You'll explore the concept of diversity in society, including the identification of diverse groups and their practices. The unit also addresses similarities between groups, the consequences of prejudice and discrimination, and recognises contributions made by diverse communities.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the meaning of the term ‘diversity’ and its application in society
- Know about diverse groups and their practices within society
- Know about the similarities that exist between different groups within society
- Know some of the consequences of prejudice and discrimination on individuals and groups
- Recognise the contributions of diverse groups to society and the positive impact they have
Division of Whole Numbers Real unit · OCN London
This unit equips learners with the ability to divide two-digit whole numbers by single digits accurately. You'll apply division in everyday contexts such as sharing and grouping, and use inverse operations to check their answers.
What you'll be able to do
- Divide two-digit whole numbers by a single digit accurately
- Divide two-digit whole numbers by single digits in everyday contexts, such as sharing or grouping
- Check answers to division calculations as required, using appropriate methods
Electronics in Action Real unit · OCN London
This unit equips learners with knowledge of electronic components and circuits, enabling them to build, test, and measure simple electronic circuits safely and accurately using appropriate equipment.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the components used in electronic systems, such as resistors, capacitors, and transistors.
- Know how electronic circuits function, including the flow of electricity and the role of different components.
- Build a simple electronic circuit from a circuit diagram, using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Check, and take measurements of electronic circuits using appropriate test equipment to ensure correct functionality.
Employment Contract and Payslip Basics Real unit · OCN London
This unit provides learners with foundational knowledge of employment contracts, payslips, and the national minimum wage. You'll understand the purpose of contracts, identify key payslip information, and recognise the significance of wage regulations.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the importance of an employment contract, recognising its role in defining terms and conditions of employment.
- Know where to find key information on a payslip, including gross pay, deductions, and net pay.
- Know about the national minimum wage, understanding its purpose and application.
Engage in Discussion Real unit · OCN London
It teaches you to engage effectively in discussions by contributing relevant points and actively listening to others. You'll respond appropriately to different viewpoints while maintaining respect and constructive dialogue.
What you'll be able to do
- Engage effectively in a discussion, contributing relevant points and listening to others' perspectives.
Environmental Issues Real unit · OCN London
You'll examine how human activities affect the environment both positively and negatively. The unit also covers actions people can take to benefit the environment and promote sustainability.
What you'll be able to do
- Know some ways that human activities affect the environment, both positively and negatively.
- Understand that people can take action to benefit the environment and promote sustainability.
Essay Writing Real unit · OCN London
This unit equips learners with skills to understand essay tasks, plan and research effectively, and present information coherently in essay form. You'll be able to construct well-structured essays that meet specified requirements.
What you'll be able to do
- Interpret and understand the requirements of an essay task
- Plan the structure and content of an essay effectively
- Research and gather relevant information for the purpose of essay writing
- Present information clearly and coherently in essay form, following appropriate conventions
Following Instructions Real unit · OCN London
You'll understand the importance of following instructions, particularly in workplace settings, recognising potential safety hazards. They will develop the ability to follow both written and verbal instructions accurately to complete tasks safely and effectively.
What you'll be able to do
- Recognise why following instructions is important in different situations
- Follow simple instructions accurately and safely
Food Safety and Storage Real unit · OCN London
You'll gain knowledge of basic food safety principles, including hygiene practices, safe storage methods for various food types, and recognising when food should be discarded to prevent contamination and illness.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe basic hygiene rules related to food safety
- Describe how to store different types of food safely
- Identify when food should be discarded due to safety concerns
Food and Nutrition for Children Real unit · OCN London
This unit equips learners with knowledge of balanced diets for children, common food allergies, and dietary restrictions related to religious and cultural groups. You'll describe dietary requirements and the impact of allergies on children's nutrition.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe the components of a balanced diet for children
- Explain common food allergies and their effects on children
- Describe food restrictions that affect the diets of different religious groups
- Describe food restrictions that affect the diets of different cultural groups
Forensic Science Real unit · OCN London
You'll explore roles and responsibilities within forensic science and types of forensic evidence. The unit includes collecting and recording evidence and applying scientific procedures to identify evidence.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the roles of different employees working in forensic science, including their responsibilities and expertise
- Know about different types of forensic evidence that can be collected and analysed
- Collect and record evidence from a simulated crime scene, following established protocols
- Use basic scientific procedures to identify evidence, contributing to the investigation process
Garden Horticulture Real unit · OCN London
You'll gain knowledge of common garden plants and their growing requirements. The unit includes practical skills in plant propagation, preparing growing beds, and caring for plants using recognised horticultural methods.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify different plants that grow in a garden or allotment environment.
- Demonstrate methods to propagate plants.
- Prepare an outside growing bed for planting.
- Grow and care for plants, following recognised horticultural practices.
Garden Maintenance Skills Real unit · OCN London
You'll gain knowledge of garden maintenance tools and their safe operation. The unit includes performing basic maintenance tasks such as weeding and planting, and understanding correct garden waste disposal methods.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the relevant tools and equipment used for garden maintenance, understanding their purpose and safe operation
- Maintain a garden, performing tasks such as weeding, planting, watering, and pruning under supervision
- Know the correct methods of garden waste disposal, including composting, recycling, and responsible disposal of non-recyclable waste
Grammar And Punctuation In Practical Use Real unit · OCN London
You'll learn to communicate information, ideas, and opinions clearly in writing. The unit emphasises correct use of grammar and punctuation to ensure clarity and appropriateness for different audiences.
What you'll be able to do
- Use writing to communicate information, ideas, and opinions effectively
- Use grammar and punctuation correctly in written communication to ensure clarity and accuracy
Grammar Skills Real unit · OCN London
You'll develop their use of grammar to enhance understanding in both written and spoken language. The unit covers identifying parts of speech, correct sentence structure, punctuation, and applying grammar accurately in communication.
What you'll be able to do
- Use grammar effectively to aid understanding of written and spoken language.
Hair Plaiting Real unit · OCN London
This unit covers the preparation required for basic hair plaiting, including suitable hair types and necessary equipment. You'll practise carrying out a three-strand plaiting technique while maintaining consistent tension throughout the process.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare the hair and equipment for basic hair plaiting techniques
- Carry out basic hair plaiting techniques, such as a three-strand plait
Hairdressing: Introduction to Assisting a Stylist Real unit · OCN London
You'll learn to assist a stylist with technical services and shampoo clients' hair safely and effectively. The unit covers following instructions, applying safety guidelines, selecting appropriate products, and maintaining cleanliness.
What you'll be able to do
- Assist a stylist with a technical service, following instructions and safety guidelines.
- Shampoo a client’s hair effectively and safely, using appropriate products.
Hairdressing: Introduction to Health and Safety Real unit · OCN London
You'll understand health and safety requirements within a salon environment and how to minimise risks to themselves and others. The unit also covers maintaining personal hygiene and appearance appropriate for salon settings.
What you'll be able to do
- Comply with the relevant health and safety requirements in a salon environment.
- Maintain a high standard of personal hygiene and appearance appropriate for a salon environment.
Hand Care Real unit · OCN London
You'll gain the skills and knowledge to prepare for and provide hand care treatments. This includes organising a clean, safe work area, selecting appropriate tools and products, and following infection control procedures to ensure hygienic practice.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare for a hand care treatment, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment.
- Provide a hand care treatment, following established procedures and techniques.
Handling Stock in a Retail Environment Real unit · OCN London
You'll gain knowledge of safe stock handling procedures within a retail environment. This includes unpacking, moving, storing, and replenishing stock, alongside the identification and use of relevant tools and equipment.
What you'll be able to do
- Unpack stock in a retail environment.
- Move stock in a retail environment.
- Store stock safely in a retail environment.
- Fill up stock on display in a retail environment.
Health And Safety: Construction Real unit · OCN London
You'll identify common hazards and necessary precautions in construction environments. The unit covers safe working practices, the use of personal protective equipment, and reviewing personal safety performance.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify dangers when working in construction.
- Identify precautions to take when working in construction.
- Identify specific dangers in construction environments.
- Identify specific precautions to take in construction environments.
- Work safely in a construction environment.
- Understand safe working practices in construction.
- Review own safe performance in a construction environment.
Health and Fitness Real unit · OCN London
You'll explore the principles of health and fitness, including the benefits of keeping fit and various methods to do so. They will develop skills to interact appropriately in health and fitness settings, participate in structured activities, follow training programmes, and maintain safety.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about keeping fit.
- Interact with others in a health and fitness setting.
- Participate in structured activities to develop health.
- Participate in structured activities to develop fitness.
- Complete a simple training programme.
- Work safely when participating in health and fitness activities.
- Review own performance.
- Review own personal skills.
Health and Safety Awareness in the Workplace Real unit · OCN London
You'll gain an understanding of health and safety in the workplace, including procedures for responding to accidents and emergencies. The unit also covers hazard identification, risk assessment, and the responsibilities of employers and employees in maintaining safe working practices.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how to respond appropriately in the event of accidents and emergencies in the workplace, following established procedures.
- Understand the potential causes of accidents or ill health in the work environment, identifying hazards and risks.
- Understand the main responsibilities of both employer and employee in relation to safe working practices, including legal requirements and organisational policies.
IT User Fundamentals Real unit · OCN London
You'll learn to use IT systems effectively, including navigation, task completion, and file organisation. The unit also covers safety and security practices and responding to common IT system problems.
What you'll be able to do
- Interact with and use an IT system to meet specific needs, demonstrating effective system navigation.
- Organise, store and retrieve information appropriately within an IT system, ensuring data integrity.
- Understand the need for safety and security practices when using IT systems, adhering to organisational guidelines.
- Respond to common IT system problems, implementing basic troubleshooting techniques.
Improving Own Fitness Real unit · OCN London
It teaches you to understand various exercise and fitness activities and their benefits. You'll participate in activities and review their performance to identify areas for improvement.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about a range of different exercise and fitness activities.
- Participate in a range of exercise and fitness activities.
- Review own performance in exercise and fitness activities, identifying areas for improvement.
Improving Own Spelling Real unit · OCN London
You'll identify their own spelling strengths and weaknesses and develop a personal spelling programme. The unit focuses on implementing strategies to improve spelling and monitoring progress.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand own spelling strengths and weaknesses, identifying areas for improvement.
- Maintain a personal spelling programme, implementing strategies to enhance spelling skills.
Indoor Team Games Real unit · OCN London
You'll learn to participate safely and effectively in indoor team games. The unit covers correct use of equipment, teamwork, communication, understanding game tactics, safe working practices, and self-review of performance.
What you'll be able to do
- Safely and correctly use indoor games equipment
- Interact effectively with others during indoor team games, demonstrating appropriate communication and teamwork skills
- Carry out set tasks within indoor team games, following instructions and contributing to the team effort
- Know the meaning of game tactics and how they can be used to improve performance
- Use safe working practices when participating in indoor team games, minimising risks and ensuring the safety of themselves and others
- Review own performance and personal skills in the context of indoor team games, identifying areas for improvement
Introduction to Career Preparation Real unit · OCN London
This unit supports learners in recognising their own qualities, skills, interests, and achievements relevant to career preparation. You'll also learn how to locate careers information and understand the role of careers advisors.
What you'll be able to do
- Recognise own qualities, skills, interests and achievements relevant to career preparation.
- Know where to locate careers information, such as online resources and careers advisors.
Introduction to Carpentry and Joinery Real unit · OCN London
This unit introduces learners to carpentry and joinery tools, equipment, and materials. You'll develop safe working practices, effective communication skills, and the ability to select appropriate resources for specific projects while reviewing their own performance.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the different tools, equipment and materials used in carpentry and joinery.
- Interact with others in an appropriate and respectful way in a carpentry and joinery environment.
- Work safely and correctly when undertaking basic carpentry and joinery tasks.
- Select appropriate tools, equipment and materials for specific carpentry and joinery projects.
- Review own performance when undertaking basic carpentry and joinery tasks.
Introduction to Customer Service Skills Real unit · OCN London
This unit introduces learners to the principles of good customer service, highlighting its benefits to organisations and consequences of poor service. You'll understand the importance of first impressions, positive verbal and non-verbal communication, and respect for individuals.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the benefits to the organisation of providing good customer service.
- Understand the possible consequences of providing poor customer service.
- Understand the value of making positive first impressions on customers.
- Understand how to use positive verbal and non-verbal communication when interacting with customers.
- Understand that respect for the individual is at the heart of good customer service.
- Understand his/her role in dealing with complaints from customers.
Introduction to Developing a Personal Learning Programme Real unit · OCN London
This unit introduces learners to developing a personal learning programme by assessing their skills and experience, seeking advice, understanding the value of discussion, and reviewing progress towards learning goals.
What you'll be able to do
- Assess own skills and experience when planning for further learning.
- Seek advice and guidance in respect of own learning needs.
- Understand the purpose and value of discussing own learning programme with relevant individuals.
- Review progress on a personal learning programme.
Introduction to Food, Drink and Cooking Real unit · OCN London
This unit introduces learners to basic food, drink, and cooking concepts. You'll identify kitchen utensils and equipment, understand balanced nutrition, and prepare simple hot and cold drinks and snacks.
What you'll be able to do
- Know different kitchen utensils.
- Know different items of kitchen equipment.
- Understand the importance of preparing balanced meals.
- Understand the importance of preparing nutritious meals.
- Prepare hot drinks.
- Prepare cold drinks.
- Recognise food that does not need to be cooked.
- Prepare simple hot snacks.
- Prepare simple cold snacks.
Introduction to Health and Social Care Real unit · OCN London
You'll be introduced to the Health and Social Care sector, including its structure, working patterns, and job roles. The unit also supports the development and demonstration of a relevant skill for employment within the sector.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe the structure and working patterns of the Health and Social Care sector, including different types of organisations and the roles within them.
- Identify and describe different types of job opportunities available in the Health and Social Care sector, outlining the skills and qualifications required for each role.
- Develop and demonstrate a skill relevant to Health and Social Care, such as communication, empathy, or teamwork, in a practical setting.
Introduction to Painting and Decorating Real unit · OCN London
You'll gain knowledge of safe working practices in painting and decorating, including preparing and maintaining work areas. The unit covers the use and maintenance of tools and equipment, surface preparation, and the application of materials.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe how to comply with safe working practices in a painting and decorating environment
- Prepare and maintain a work area for painting and decorating activities
- Use and maintain tools and equipment safely for painting and decorating activities
- Prepare one surface for the application of materials
- Apply materials to a prepared surface
Introduction to Preparing, Presenting and Keeping Food for Children and Young People Real unit · OCN London
This unit provides an introduction to the safe and hygienic preparation, presentation, and storage of food for children and young people. You'll understand food safety regulations, nutritional considerations, and how to present food attractively while recognising use-by dates.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare food safely and hygienically, adhering to relevant Health and Safety regulations.
- Store food safely and hygienically to prevent spoilage and contamination.
- Recognise and interpret “use by” dates on food products.
- Prepare nutritious food that meets the dietary needs of children and young people.
- Present food in a way that is visually appealing and attractive to children and young people, encouraging them to eat a balanced diet.
Introduction to Study Skills Real unit · OCN London
You'll be introduced to study skills including developing personal learning strategies, using information from various sources, and planning and managing work to meet objectives. The unit emphasises self-awareness and effective information handling.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how to develop personal learning skills to improve performance.
- Understand and use information from various sources effectively.
- Plan, manage, and produce work to meet specified requirements.
Introduction to the Care of Animals Real unit · OCN London
You'll understand the basic needs of animals, including food, water, shelter, and exercise. The unit covers practical care tasks such as feeding, cleaning, grooming, and recognising signs of ill health.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the basic needs of an animal, including food, water, shelter and exercise.
- Care for animals, including feeding, cleaning and grooming.
- Know about the health of animals, including recognising signs of illness and injury.
- Care for animals, following instructions and guidelines.
Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector Real unit · OCN London
This unit introduces learners to the hair and beauty sector, covering various career opportunities and associated roles. You'll also explore different types of salons and the range of services they offer.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the range of career opportunities available within the hair and beauty sector.
- Know the services typically offered by different types of salon (e.g. hairdressing, beauty therapy).
Introduction to the Hospitality Industry Real unit · OCN London
You'll be introduced to the hospitality industry, identifying different types of outlets and their characteristics. The unit also covers entry-level job roles and career opportunities within the sector.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify the main types of outlets within the hospitality industry.
- Describe the job opportunities available within the hospitality industry.
Job Opportunities in Health and Social Care Real unit · OCN London
You'll explore job opportunities within health and social care, including roles, responsibilities, terms and conditions of employment, and the qualifications and skills required. They will also plan steps to start work in the sector.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the range of job opportunities available within the health and social care sector.
- Understand the main terms and conditions of employment typically found within the health and social care sector.
- Know the qualifications, skills, and personal qualities needed for entry-level jobs in health and social care.
- Plan the initial steps required to start work in the health and social care sector.
Keeping the Work Area Clean and Safe in a Retail Environment Real unit · OCN London
This unit provides learners with knowledge of cleaning and maintaining a safe work area in a retail environment. It covers cleaning procedures, appropriate use of cleaning products, safe waste disposal, and how to seek help during accidents or emergencies.
What you'll be able to do
- Clean work areas effectively in a retail environment.
- Dispose of waste and rubbish safely in a retail environment, adhering to relevant guidelines.
- Ask for help appropriately in the event of an accident or emergency situation in a retail environment.
Looking after Customers in a Retail Environment Real unit · OCN London
This unit equips learners with knowledge and skills to project a positive and professional image, communicate effectively with customers, and handle customer enquiries within a retail environment.
What you'll be able to do
- Project a positive and professional image of self and the company to customers.
- Communicate effectively with customers in a retail environment.
- Deal with customer enquiries in a helpful and efficient manner.
Measure: Capacity And Temperature Real unit · OCN London
You'll learn to estimate and measure capacity using suitable units and equipment. The unit also covers reading temperature accurately from thermometres using both Celsius and Fahrenheit scales.
What you'll be able to do
- Estimate and measure capacity using appropriate units and measuring equipment
- Read and measure temperature using thermometers and appropriate scales
Measure: Distance And Length Real unit · OCN London
This unit develops learners' ability to read and interpret distance measurements in everyday contexts such as signs, maps, and packaging. You'll also estimate, measure, and compare lengths using appropriate tools like rulers and tape measures.
What you'll be able to do
- Read and interpret distance measurements in everyday situations.
- Estimate, measure, and compare lengths using appropriate tools and techniques.
Measure: Weight Real unit · OCN London
You'll develop practical skills to measure weight accurately using appropriate tools and techniques. The unit includes ordering objects by weight and estimating weight, supporting everyday measurement tasks.
What you'll be able to do
- Measure weight accurately using appropriate tools and techniques
- Order weights from lightest to heaviest, or vice versa
- Estimate weight of objects using prior knowledge and experience
Mixed Media In 2D Real unit · OCN London
This unit develops learners’ understanding of mixed media art, focusing on materials, design elements, and workshop practices. You'll create a mixed media artwork, apply safe working methods, and critically review their own work.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the appropriate use of materials and elements of design in mixed media art.
- Understand safe and effective workshop practices relevant to mixed media art.
- Create a work of art using mixed media techniques.
- Demonstrate a basic awareness of safe working practices in an art studio or workshop environment.
- Review and evaluate own work, identifying areas for improvement and development.
Money: Adding And Subtracting Real unit · OCN London
This unit equips learners with skills to add and subtract money accurately using decimal notation. You'll apply these skills to solve practical problems involving money in everyday contexts, ensuring precise recording and calculation.
What you'll be able to do
- Add and subtract amounts of money using decimal notation accurately
- Use money in decimal notation to solve practical problems in everyday contexts
Multiplication of Whole Numbers Real unit · OCN London
It teaches you to calculate whole number multiplication accurately, use multiplication and equals symbols correctly in practical contexts, estimate answers, and check calculations for accuracy.
What you'll be able to do
- Calculate whole number multiplication accurately
- Use 'X' and '=' symbols correctly in practical situations to solve multiplication problems
- Estimate answers to multiplication calculations to a reasonable degree of accuracy
- Check multiplication calculations to ensure accuracy
Needle/Textile Crafts Real unit · OCN London
This unit provides learners with the skills to safely use equipment and work with fabric in needle and textile crafts. You'll address practical problems during crafting and review their performance and personal skill development.
What you'll be able to do
- Use equipment safely and correctly for needle/textile crafts
- Work with fabric to create a needle/textile craft item
- Tackle problems that arise during the needle/textile craft process
- Work safely at all times when undertaking needle/textile crafts
- Review own performance and personal skills development in needle/textile crafts
Note Taking Real unit · OCN London
It teaches you to recognise the reasons for note taking in different contexts and to use various note taking systems effectively. You'll demonstrate both linear and non-linear methods and apply notes for specific purposes.
What you'll be able to do
- Recognise the reasons for making notes in different contexts
- Demonstrate the ability to use different note taking systems effectively
- Utilise notes effectively for a specific purpose, such as revision or report writing
Organisational Skills Real unit · OCN London
You'll develop an understanding of organisational skills and their role in task efficiency and goal achievement. The unit covers prioritisation methods and planning techniques to complete multi-step tasks within set timeframes.
What you'll be able to do
- Know why organisational skills are important for efficiency and effectiveness
- Select the most important task from a number of tasks that must be completed, using prioritisation techniques
- Complete a task with multiple steps on time, using planning and organisational methods
Participate in an Activity Real unit · OCN London
It teaches you to identify, participate in, and review an activity. You'll describe the activity’s purpose and rules, engage actively while following instructions, and reflect on their performance and learning outcomes.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify and give details of an activity suitable for participation.
- Participate actively and appropriately in a chosen activity.
- Review the activity, reflecting on personal performance and learning.
Person-Centred Support in Health, Social Care and Children’s and Young People’s Settings Real unit · OCN London
This unit provides learners with an understanding of person-centred support in health, social care, and children’s and young people’s settings. You'll explore key principles, the importance of such support, and its impact on individual well-being.
What you'll be able to do
- Know what is meant by person-centred support in health, social care and children’s and young people’s settings.
- Know the importance to individuals of person-centred support in health, social care and children’s and young people’s settings.
Personal Learning Goals Real unit · OCN London
It teaches you to identify personal learning goals aligned with their skills and interests, understand opportunities and practical considerations for pursuing these goals, and plan a programme to achieve them. You'll also explore the learning environment and develop skills to review progress effectively.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify learning goals with reference to own skills, interests and other personal goals, setting achievable targets
- Know about opportunities and practical issues involved in pursuing learning goals, including available resources and potential challenges
- Plan a programme to achieve learning goals, outlining specific steps and timelines
- Know about the learning environment, understanding factors that can affect learning
- Review progress as a learner, evaluating achievements and identifying areas for improvement
- Review the plan to achieve personal goals, making adjustments as needed
Personal Study Skills Real unit · OCN London
It teaches you to understand their learning needs and preferred styles through screening and assessment processes. You'll develop an action plan for personal learning goals and demonstrate commitment to completing learning projects.
What you'll be able to do
- Take part in an initial screening process.
- Complete an assessment process.
- Know about own preferred learning style.
- Develop an action plan to achieve a personal learning goal.
- Demonstrate commitment to a learning project.
Physical Performance Skills Real unit · OCN London
This unit covers the processes of warming up and relaxation related to physical activity, alongside improvisation techniques. You'll create and perform a short piece, demonstrating improvisation skills and reflecting on their own performance.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the processes of warming up and relaxation.
- Use improvisation techniques.
- Create a short performance.
- Comment on own work.
Planning Physical Care Needs of Young Children Real unit · OCN London
It teaches you to understand and plan for the physical care needs of children under five years old. It covers hygiene, nutrition, safety practices, and how to tailor care routines to individual developmental stages and preferences.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the physical care needs of children, considering their developmental stages.
- Know what is needed to meet the physical needs of children under 5 years of age, including hygiene, nutrition, and safety.
- Plan a physical care routine for a child under 5 years of age, taking into account individual needs and preferences.
Planning and Carrying Out Research Real unit · OCN London
It teaches you to plan and conduct research projects by defining research questions, gathering and analysing information, presenting findings clearly, and reviewing their research skills to identify areas for development.
What you'll be able to do
- Plan research by defining a clear research question and identifying appropriate resources.
- Carry out the research plan, gathering and analysing relevant information.
- Present the findings of the research in a clear and concise manner.
- Review own skills in planning, carrying out and presenting research, identifying areas for development.
Practical Floristry Skills Real unit · OCN London
This unit develops learners' practical floristry skills, including understanding design principles, preparing materials, and constructing floral arrangements. You'll also review their work to identify improvements.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about design principles and elements used in floristry.
- Prepare the necessary materials, tools and equipment for the floristry construction process.
- Create a range of basic floral arrangements using appropriate techniques.
- Review own work and identify areas for improvement in floristry skills.
Preparation for a Recruitment Interview Real unit · OCN London
You'll understand the importance of preparation for recruitment interviews, including researching the company and professional presentation. They will practise effective communication and interview techniques through mock interviews.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the importance of being prepared for a recruitment interview.
- Demonstrate recruitment interviewee skills.
Presentation Skills Real unit · OCN London
You'll gain knowledge of different types and styles of presentations, including their preparation and delivery. The unit covers key presentation elements and skills, enabling learners to deliver presentations and review their own performance.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify different types of presentations and presentation styles
- Describe the key elements and skills involved in the preparation and delivery of a presentation
- Deliver a presentation using appropriate techniques and resources
- Evaluate own performance in preparing and delivering a presentation, identifying areas for improvement
Presentation Software Real unit · OCN London
This unit develops learners' ability to create presentations by inputting and combining text and images, structuring and formatting slides, and understanding copyright considerations when using information.
What you'll be able to do
- Input text and other information accurately within presentation slides
- Combine text and other information effectively within presentation slides
- Know the importance of checking information for copyright before using it in a presentation
- Use presentation software tools to structure slides logically
- Use presentation software tools to edit and format slides effectively
- Prepare slides effectively for presentation
Problem Solving Skills Real unit · OCN London
This unit covers factors influencing problem solving, including personal bias, emotional state, and information availability. You'll learn to gather and analyse evidence and apply structured problem-solving processes effectively.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand factors that might influence problem solving, such as personal bias or lack of information
- Use evidence to assist problem solving effectively
- Apply problem solving processes in a structured manner
Public Service Incidents Real unit · OCN London
You'll gain understanding of various emergency incidents and the roles of public services in responding to them. The unit covers command and control systems and develops teamwork skills through participation in simulated public service incident scenarios.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe different types of emergency incidents
- Explain the role of public services in responding to emergency incidents
- Describe the command and control systems used by public services at incidents
- Participate as a team member in a simulated public service incident scenario
Reading Comprehension Real unit · OCN London
You'll develop reading comprehension skills to extract meaning and locate specific information from texts. The unit covers summarising key points, using imagery to aid understanding, and identifying text purposes based on format.
What you'll be able to do
- Read a piece of text and extract the main meaning.
- Obtain specific information from a written text.
- Use imagery techniques to aid understanding of written text.
- Identify the purpose of different texts based on their format and layout.
Reading Grammar and Punctuation Real unit · OCN London
This unit develops learners' understanding of instructional texts and the correct application of grammar and punctuation. You'll extract key information, follow instructions accurately, and demonstrate appropriate use of capitalisation and punctuation marks.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand instructional texts.
- Know when to use punctuation and capitalisation.
Reception and Filing Skills Real unit · OCN London
It teaches you to perform reception duties such as greeting visitors, managing telephone calls, and taking messages professionally. You'll also develop skills in sorting and filing documents accurately within an office environment.
What you'll be able to do
- Perform reception duties effectively in an office environment.
- Carry out filing tasks accurately and efficiently in an office environment.
- Deal with messages promptly and appropriately in an office environment.
Recognising Employment Opportunities Real unit · OCN London
You'll gain an understanding of different types of work and the labour market. The unit covers identifying local employment opportunities, required skills and qualifications, and factors influencing the availability of jobs.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about different types of work available.
- Know about the concept of the labour market and its influence on employment.
Recognising Own Skills for Personal Development Real unit · OCN London
You'll explore self-awareness by recognising their own strengths, weaknesses, and skills relevant to personal development. They will investigate methods for self-improvement, describe their current life situation and relationships, and set personal objectives with action plans.
What you'll be able to do
- Know own personal strengths and weaknesses in various contexts.
- Recognise own skills and investigate different ways of achieving self-improvement.
- Describe current life situation and identify key relationships with others.
- Make positive and informed decisions that contribute to personal well-being.
- Set realistic personal objectives and create action plans for self-improvement.
Recognising Small Animals Real unit · OCN London
You'll develop the ability to recognise different small animal species and their characteristics. The unit includes identifying body parts across species and understanding animal movement to support species differentiation and knowledge.
What you'll be able to do
- Recognise different species of small animals, identifying key characteristics
- Recognise and compare parts of the body between different animal species, noting similarities and differences
- Understand how animals move, describing different forms of locomotion
Resilience Skills Real unit · OCN London
You'll understand the concept and importance of resilience in personal and professional contexts. The unit covers strategies to develop resilience, stress management techniques, and the application of resilience skills to overcome challenges.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the importance of resilience in personal and professional contexts.
- Develop resilience through specific strategies and techniques.
- Use resilience skills to overcome challenges and setbacks.
Resilience Skills Real unit · OCN London
It teaches you to understand the importance of resilience and how to develop it. You'll explore strategies such as positive self-talk and problem-solving to manage challenges and maintain well-being in personal and professional contexts.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the importance of resilience in overcoming challenges and setbacks
- Develop resilience through specific strategies and techniques
- Develop resilience skills to cope with difficult situations and maintain well-being
Respecting Children as Individuals Real unit · OCN London
You'll explore the importance of respecting children as individuals, recognising their unique needs and rights. The unit covers ways adults can demonstrate respect, empower children’s development, and ensure their rights are upheld in various settings.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the reasons why children need to be respected as individuals.
- Know how adults can demonstrate respect towards children in various situations.
- Know different ways to empower children to develop as individuals, fostering their self-esteem and confidence.
- Ensure that children’s rights are respected and upheld in accordance with relevant legislation and guidelines.
Revision and Exam Skills Real unit · OCN London
You'll develop knowledge and skills for effective revision and examination preparation. The unit covers understanding the purpose of exams, creating a suitable study environment, applying revision techniques, maintaining well-being, and undertaking academic examinations.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the purpose of academic examinations and their role in assessment.
- Establish a suitable study environment conducive to effective revision.
- Use a range of revision techniques to consolidate learning.
- Maintain personal health and well-being when undertaking academic revision and examination preparation.
- Take an academic examination, demonstrating appropriate examination techniques.
Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship Real unit · OCN London
This unit provides learners with knowledge of fundamental human rights, key aspects of the law, and the UK democratic and electoral processes. You'll explore citizens' rights and responsibilities within their community context.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe fundamental human rights and their importance.
- Identify key aspects of the law and their impact on individuals.
- Explain the democratic and electoral process in the UK.
- Describe the rights and responsibilities of citizenship within a community.
Science in the World Real unit · OCN London
This unit provides learners with knowledge of factors influencing scientific progress, how science is portrayed in the media, and the societal impact of scientific discoveries. You'll identify influences such as funding and ethical considerations.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about factors that can influence scientific progress, such as funding, ethical considerations, and societal needs.
- Know how science can be represented in the media, including the potential for bias and misinterpretation.
- Know how scientific discoveries have affected society, both positively and negatively.
Skills for Employability Real unit · OCN London
This unit covers health and safety procedures in the workplace and participation in work-simulated tasks. You'll develop teamwork skills and understand social skills necessary for employment.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the need for Health and Safety procedures at work.
- Participate in a task in a work-simulated environment.
- Work as part of a team.
- Know the social skills needed for work.
Skin Care Real unit · OCN London
You'll prepare a clean and hygienic work area and select appropriate resources for basic skin care treatments. The unit includes providing treatments while following health and safety guidelines.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare the work area and resources for a basic skin care treatment
- Provide a basic skin care treatment to meet client requirements
Sowing and Growing Plants Real unit · OCN London
This unit covers practical skills for sowing and growing plants, including indoor and outdoor sowing techniques. You'll also develop the ability to maintain and transplant seedlings, and apply the processes of hardening off and planting out effectively.
What you'll be able to do
- Use appropriate indoor sowing techniques.
- Use appropriate outdoor sowing techniques.
- Maintain and transplant seedling plants effectively.
- Use the processes of “hardening off” and “planting out” correctly.
Speaking To Communicate Real unit · OCN London
You'll develop communication skills to obtain information through clear questioning and active listening. The unit also covers presenting information clearly and concisely using appropriate methods suited to the audience.
What you'll be able to do
- Communicate effectively with others to obtain specific information.
- Present information clearly and concisely to others using appropriate methods.
Speaking and Listening Skills Real unit · OCN London
This unit equips learners with fundamental speaking and listening skills to communicate clearly and appropriately in various contexts. You'll present information effectively, obtain information through listening, and engage constructively in discussions.
What you'll be able to do
- Communicate effectively with others in a range of situations.
- Present information effectively to others using appropriate methods.
- Obtain information from others through active listening and questioning.
- Engage in discussion, contributing relevant points and respecting different viewpoints.
Spelling and Handwriting Skills Real unit · OCN London
This unit develops learners' spelling and handwriting skills, enabling them to write legible, correctly formatted letters. You'll explore spelling strategies and demonstrate accurate spelling of common and key words.
What you'll be able to do
- Write a legible letter, ensuring clarity and appropriate formatting
- Know about different strategies for learning to spell, including mnemonic devices and phonetic awareness
- Spell common words and relevant key words accurately, demonstrating an understanding of spelling rules
Spelling in Practice Real unit · OCN London
You'll understand the importance of accurate spelling in various contexts and learn to use resources such as dictionaries and spell checkers. The unit supports the identification of situations requiring correct spelling and the application of verification tools.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify situations where accurate spelling is required, recognising the importance of correct spelling in different contexts
- Locate correct spellings using appropriate resources such as dictionaries, spell checkers, and online tools
Spreadsheet Software Real unit · OCN London
This unit equips learners with skills to enter, edit, and manage data using spreadsheet software. You'll use formulas and tools to summarise and display information clearly and effectively.
What you'll be able to do
- Enter numerical data and other relevant information accurately into spreadsheets, and edit existing data as required.
- Use appropriate formulas and tools within spreadsheet software to summarise and display information effectively.
- Use appropriate tools and techniques to present spreadsheet information in a clear and understandable format.
Spreadsheets Real unit · OCN London
You'll gain knowledge of spreadsheet applications, including entering and organising data, using formulas, managing multiple worksheets, and presenting data graphically. The unit also covers sorting and managing data to support business-related tasks.
What you'll be able to do
- Recognise and describe different uses for spreadsheets in various contexts.
- Enter data accurately and efficiently into a spreadsheet.
- Create and use multiple worksheets within a workbook to organise data.
- Use formulas in a spreadsheet to calculate data, including basic arithmetic operations.
- Present data in graphical form using appropriate chart types.
- Sort and manage data in a spreadsheet using filtering and sorting techniques.
- Print a spreadsheet, ensuring it is formatted correctly and easy to read.
Take Part in an Activity Real unit · OCN London
It teaches you to actively participate in an activity by following instructions and contributing appropriately. You'll demonstrate engagement and effective participation within the given activity context.
What you'll be able to do
- Participate actively in a given activity, following instructions and contributing appropriately.
Teamwork Skills Real unit · OCN London
This unit develops learners' teamwork skills by enabling them to contribute to setting team and individual goals, understand their role and responsibilities, plan and undertake team activities, and review team performance to identify improvements.
What you'll be able to do
- Contribute to the setting of team goals by offering suggestions and ideas.
- Contribute to the setting of individual goals within the team, aligned with overall objectives.
- Demonstrate an understanding of own role and responsibilities within the team.
- Plan team activities, considering resources and timescales.
- Undertake team activities effectively, working collaboratively with others.
- Review team activities, identifying areas for improvement and lessons learned.
The Importance of Healthy Eating and Drinking Real unit · OCN London
This unit provides learners with knowledge of healthy eating and drinking, emphasising their importance for physical health and mental well-being. You'll identify main food groups, understand hydration needs, and recognise effects of dehydration.
What you'll be able to do
- Explain the importance of healthy eating for overall well-being
- Explain the importance of drinking enough fluids to maintain good health
Time Management Skills Real unit · OCN London
You'll understand the importance of effective time management and explore various techniques to promote it. The unit covers planning personal time, prioritising tasks, avoiding procrastination, and strategies to improve time management skills.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the importance of good time management in personal and professional contexts
- Know ways to promote good time management techniques and strategies
- Plan own use of time effectively to meet deadlines and achieve goals
- Improve own time management skills through reflection and adjustments
Understand Principles and Values in Health and Social Care Real unit · OCN London
This unit covers the core principles and values underpinning health and social care work, such as person-centred care, equality, and diversity. You'll understand how to respect and value individuals accessing services and demonstrate these principles in practice.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the principles and values that underpin work in health and social care, including person-centred care, equality, and diversity.
- Respect and value those who access services in health and social care, demonstrating empathy and understanding.
Understand the Grooming of Small Animals Real unit · OCN London
This unit covers the importance of grooming small animals for health and well-being. You'll demonstrate safe grooming techniques, understand health and safety requirements, and clean and store grooming equipment properly.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the importance of grooming small animals, including the benefits to the animal's health and well-being
- Groom a small animal safely and effectively, following appropriate procedures
- Understand the health and safety requirements for grooming small animals, including personal protective equipment and hygiene practices
- Clean and store grooming equipment correctly, maintaining a safe and hygienic environment
Understanding A Work Experience Placement Real unit · OCN London
You'll gain knowledge of a work experience placement organisation, their role within it, and workplace behaviour and presentation. The unit also covers safe working practices and development of work-related skills.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the organisation where the work experience placement is taking place.
- Understand own role within the organisation during the work experience placement.
- Maintain acceptable conventions for personal presentation and behaviour in the workplace.
- Know the safe working practices in the work environment.
- Carry out tasks using appropriate work related skills.
Understanding Crime and its Effects Real unit · OCN London
This unit covers the factors that increase the risk of involvement in crime, such as poverty and peer pressure, and the effects of crime on victims and communities. You'll also explore the support available for both victims and offenders.
What you'll be able to do
- Explain why certain individuals or groups may be at risk of being involved in crime
- Describe the potential effects of crime on individuals, communities, and society
- Identify the types of support available for victims and offenders of crime
Understanding Financial Services Real unit · OCN London
It teaches you to understand financial services, including the range of products and providers. You'll learn how to communicate effectively with financial services and interpret the terminology and conditions within financial documents.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand what is meant by financial services and the range of products and services they offer.
- Understand what to expect from financial services providers in terms of customer service, transparency, and ethical conduct.
- Communicate effectively with financial services providers, including asking relevant questions and expressing concerns.
- Understand the importance of reading and understanding the small print in financial documents before making decisions.
- Understand the language and terminology commonly used to describe financial services and products.
Understanding How and Why to Support Children in Family Learning Real unit · OCN London
You'll understand the significance of family learning in enhancing children's achievement and improving parental skills. The unit covers supporting litreacy and numeracy development, recognising roles within family learning, recording activities, and appreciating the impact of learners being role models.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the importance of family learning in raising achievement.
- Help improve literacy skills in a family learning context.
- Help improve numeracy skills in a family learning context.
- Recognise the different roles and responsibilities within family learning.
- Record learning activities and outcomes.
- Understand that being learners themselves can make a difference to children’s attitudes to lifelong learning.
- Understand the value of working with other groups to support family learning.
- Review own learning and development.
Understanding Human Growth and Development Real unit · OCN London
You'll study the sequence of human growth and development from birth to old age, including key milestones. The unit also covers factors affecting growth such as nutrition, environment, and genetics.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the sequence of growth and development from birth to old age, identifying key milestones
- Know some of the factors that affect growth and development, such as nutrition, environment, and genetics
Understanding Young People, Law And Order Real unit · OCN London
This unit explores social and personal factors contributing to youth crime and the impact of crime on victims and offenders. You'll gain knowledge of the Criminal and Youth Justice Systems, sentencing options, and the role of local agencies.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand why young people might become involved in crime, considering social and personal factors
- Know about the consequences of crime on different people, including victims, offenders, and communities
- Know about the structure and function of the Criminal/Youth Justice System
- Know about custodial and alternative forms of sentences available to the courts
- Know about the role of local agencies in preventing and addressing youth crime
Understanding the Skills Required for Floristry Real unit · OCN London
You'll gain foundational knowledge of floristry tools, plant materials, preservation and conditioning techniques, basic design principles, and construction methods. The unit emphasises safe handling and classification of materials used in floristry.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify the relevant tools and equipment required for floristry tasks.
- Identify the relevant plant material required for floristry tasks.
- Explain preservation and conditioning techniques used in floristry.
- Describe basic design principles used in floristry.
- Describe construction techniques used in floristry.
Using Addition and Subtraction Real unit · OCN London
You'll develop competence in adding and subtracting whole numbers up to three digits, including calculations involving borrowing. The unit emphasises accuracy and checking work to ensure correct results.
What you'll be able to do
- Add whole numbers of up to three digits to give totals up to 1000.
- Carry out subtraction calculations involving whole numbers of up to three digits.
Using Email Real unit · OCN London
You'll learn to compose, send, and manage email messages using software tools. They will learn to organise incoming emails and respond to common problems encountered when using email.
What you'll be able to do
- Use e-mail software tools to compose and send messages effectively.
- Manage incoming email, including organising and prioritising messages.
- Respond to common problems encountered when using e-mail, such as sending failures or attachment issues.
Using Listening and Responding Skills Real unit · OCN London
You'll develop active listening and questioning skills to obtain relevant information from others. They will understand how to use this information to inform decisions and actions effectively.
What you'll be able to do
- Obtain information effectively from others through active listening and questioning techniques.
- Use information gained from others to inform decisions and actions.
Using Punctuation Real unit · OCN London
You'll develop the ability to use punctuation correctly to aid understanding in written communication. The unit covers the use of full stops, commas, question marks, capital letters, and apostrophes.
What you'll be able to do
- Demonstrate the ability to use punctuation correctly to aid understanding in written communication
Using the Internet Real unit · OCN London
You'll learn to connect to the Internet, navigate webpages, and search for information using browser software. The unit also covers online communication and essential safety and security practices when using the Internet.
What you'll be able to do
- Establish a connection to the Internet using appropriate hardware and software
- Utilise browser software to navigate between different webpages effectively
- Use browser tools to search for information from the Internet and the world-wide web, using appropriate search terms and techniques
- Use browser software to communicate information online, using appropriate methods such as email or online forms
- Know and understand safety and security practices when working online, including password management and awareness of online threats
Using the Telephone and Photocopier Real unit · OCN London
You'll learn to answer and make telephone calls politely and effectively in an office environment, take accurate messages, and operate a photocopier to produce document copies.
What you'll be able to do
- Answer telephone calls in an office environment.
- Make telephone calls in an office environment.
- Use a photocopier in an office environment.
Word Processing Real unit · OCN London
This unit equips learners with skills to use word processing software effectively. You'll be able to enter, edit, and combine text and other information, structure documents logically, and apply formatting tools to present professional documents.
What you'll be able to do
- Enter, edit and combine text and other information effectively in word processed documents
- Structure information logically and clearly within word processed documents
- Use word processing software tools to format and present documents to a professional standard
Word Processing Software Real unit · OCN London
It teaches you to input and edit text accurately in word processing documents. You'll structure information using headings and lists and apply formatting tools to present documents professionally.
What you'll be able to do
- Input text accurately into word processing documents
- Edit word processing documents to correct errors and improve clarity
- Structure information within word processing documents using headings, paragraphs, and lists
- Use word processing software tools to format documents, including font styles, sizes, and spacing
- Use word processing software tools to present documents in a professional and visually appealing manner
Working in Public Services Real unit · OCN London
This unit introduces learners to the public services sector, including different organisations and their purposes. You'll identify roles within a specific service and understand teamwork and required skills.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe the different types of public services sector organisations
- Identify the roles and responsibilities of people working in the public services sector
- Explain the importance of teamwork in the public services sector
- Describe the skills and qualities needed to work in a specific public service
Working in Science and Technology Real unit · OCN London
This unit introduces learners to the science and technology sectors, exploring various job roles and the skills and qualities required. You'll also develop the ability to plan their own learning and development to prepare for a career in these sectors.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the different sectors within science and technology.
- Know about the various job opportunities available in the science and technology sectors.
- Know about the skills and qualities required for different jobs in the science and technology sectors.
- Plan own learning and development activities in order to prepare for a career within science or technology.
Writing Composition Skills Real unit · OCN London
It teaches you to plan, compose, and revise written work with a clear purpose. You'll consider audience and purpose, use appropriate language and tone, and improve clarity and accuracy through revision.
What you'll be able to do
- Use writing to present information with a clear purpose.
- Plan written work, considering the audience and purpose.
- Revise written work to improve clarity and accuracy.
03The standards
The national standards these units are built against
What the job actually needs, in the words employers and awarding bodies already use for the work itself.
- Standard
Assign conclusions to forensic findings
- Standard
Determine resources required to implement a research and development proposal
- Standard
Develop and implement forensic strategies for serious and complex investigations
- Standard
Implement and review forensic strategy for investigations
- Standard
Lead strategic workforce planning
- Standard
Undertake forensic examinations at scenes of incidents
- Standard
Undertake technical analyses of forensic samples
04Where it leads
The jobs these credits are mapped to
A qualification is never a dead end here. Each of these is a job record this qualification is a mapped route into.
- 1 record
- 2 records
Showing 2 roles, drawn from 3 job records mapped to this qualification. Near-identical records are folded together, and each row says how many it stands for.
Where this can lead
Associate Forensic Auditor
This role can lead to work as a Senior Forensic Auditor, managing investigations, or a Director in forensic and integrity services.
See the whole journey05The credits
The credits, and who awards them
Entry Level credits are regulated, and they are awarded by OCN London rather than by Zavmo. They don’t vanish when a subscription ends or a website closes. They travel to any employer, and Zavmo keeps the map of what you have covered and what is next.
What you would be collecting
Action Planning for Own DevelopmentAmenity Horticulture SkillsApplying Number SkillsAspects of CitizenshipAssertiveness and Decision Making SkillsAssist in Sports CoachingAssisting the PublicAudio and Video Software
Each one is a real unit registered against this qualification.
How you’d practise it
You don’t watch this. You do it.
You are not assessed on remembering this. You are assessed on applying it, analysing it, evaluating it and producing something. So that is what the practice is: projects, role play and your own live cases, with a tutor in the room.
The Coach · your practice partner Illustration The Coach You have to open the conversation in “Preparation for a Recruitment Interview”. Say the first line to me, exactly as you would say it to them.
You I wanted to have a quick chat about how things have been going recently.
The Coach That is the warning shot, and they will spend it worrying. Try the version that says what this is about in the first sentence.
- Rehearse the conversation Apply
“Preparation for a Recruitment Interview” is a conversation before it is a document. You have it with Zavmo playing the other person, badly at first, then again once you know what you actually want to say.
- Bring your own plan Create
For “Action Planning for Own Development” you bring the plan you are actually working on, not a case study. Zavmo pulls on the assumptions in it until the weak one shows.
- Draft the real one Create
You do “Data Handling: Recording And Representing Data” on a real document of your own. Zavmo works on the draft you have to send anyway, so the coursework and the job are the same piece of work.
- Map a live decision Analyse
“Data Handling: Extracting And Interpreting Data” runs on a decision you are facing now. Zavmo maps it with you and shows what the second-order effect looks like before you find out the slow way.
What you leave holding
The standards this credential builds, in the shape the product keeps them
Nothing here is marked learned. There is no learner on a public page, so the map shows what the qualification covers rather than what anybody has done.
OCNLR Entry Level Certificate in Skills for Vocational Studies (Entry 3)
- Assign conclusions to forensic findings
- Determine resources required to implement a research and development proposal
- Develop and implement forensic strategies for serious and complex investigations
- Implement and review forensic strategy for investigations
- Lead strategic workforce planning
- Undertake forensic examinations at scenes of incidents
- Undertake technical analyses of forensic samples
How you would learn this
One to one, on the work you already do
A tutor sets the task against your own job and marks the reasoning, at your pace. There is no cohort to fall behind.
A lesson from Action Planning for Own Development, one of this qualification's own units.
Applied to your work in any of these jobs
Which job do you mean?
This unit guides learners in recognising their skills, knowledge, and abilities, matching these with potential career paths. Learners will explore learning and development routes and plan their personal development through structured action plans.
How the thinking builds
- 1 Remember
- 2 Understand
- 3 Apply
- 4 Analyse
- 5 Evaluate
- 6 Create
It is £70 a month, billed monthly. Your free first module is Future Fluency, and you can cancel any time. Teaching towards this qualification begins when you subscribe.
Built for OCNLR Entry Level Certificate in Skills for Vocational Studies (Entry 3)
143 units in this credential, in the order it lists them, awarded by OCN London.
- Action Planning for Own Development
- Amenity Horticulture Skills
- Applying Number Skills
- Aspects of Citizenship
- Assertiveness and Decision Making Skills
- Assist in Sports Coaching
and 137 more in the full unit list below.
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Learned on your own work, taught one-to-one.
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